Podcasts by SRC Toolbox Podcast

Financing Your Renovation with Nick Hishon of Champion Mortgage from 2021-05-10T20:46:50

In this episode of the SRC Toolbox podcast we talk to Nick Hishon from Champion Mortgage here in Guelph.   

Nick and I discuss a number of topics including: 

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Getting to know your Roof with Matt Leblanc from 2021-04-21T18:11:10

In this episode of the SRC Toolbox podcast we talk to Matt Leblanc from Leblanc Roofing here in Guelph. Matt and I sit down and discuss a number of topics including:

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The Inside Scoop on Basement Apartments with Mike Rafter from 2021-04-12T11:00

In this episode of the SRC Toolbox podcast we talk to an old friend of mine, Mike Rafter, about basement apartments. Mike has a lot of experience with rentals and has had 2 basement apartments.<...

Renovate versus relocate with Jide Atilola from 2021-04-05T11:00

In this episode of the SRC Toolbox podcast we talk to Jide Atilola from Atilola Real Estate about the age old debate - Renovate vs Relocate

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Your Furnace is the Lungs of your Home - Take care of it from 2021-03-29T13:40:21

In this episode of the SRC Toolbox Podcast we talk to Adam Leroy of Hy-Mark Mechanical about how your furnace is like the lungs of your home. It's a good idea to take care of it.  

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Everything About Hotwater Tanks with Keegan Egressy from 2021-03-22T15:20:46

In this episode of the SRC Toolbox podcast we talk to Keegan Egressy from Cornerstone Trade Solutions about everything hotwater tanks including:  

• The different types of hotwa...
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How much does a shower renovation cost in 2021 from 2021-03-15T21:00

In this episode of the SRC Toolbox we talk to Charlotte Verge from Speed River Contracting about the 3 different types of shower renovations, how much each one costs and how long they take.

The SRC Quoting Process from 2021-03-08T20:00

In this episode of the SRC Toolbox Podcast Charlotte and I discuss all the steps involved with supplying a quote to a client leading into the contract and project starts.

Thanks for liste...

Outlaw Basement Apartments - The first steps from illegal to legal from 2021-03-01T19:00

In this episode of the SRC Toolbox Podcast we discuss a recent conversation with a client about the first steps in taking an illegal/non-registered basement apartment and get it on the path to b...

First Contact - Assessing the client's goals from 2021-02-22T19:00

In this episode of the SRC Toolbox Podcast we talk to Charlotte Verge, our Project Manager, about what happens in our first conversation with client's to help them achieve their goals.

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The Covid 19 Impact on Your Renovation from 2020-08-08T20:28:13

Covid 19 is having a very immediate impact on the renovation industry. We dig into what's creating problems currently and what to expect going into the fall and winter with kids going back to sc...

The Truth About 5-Star Reviews & How to Tell Your Contractor They Screwed Up from 2019-04-18T20:10:13

With the power of cell phones, it seems like finding a good contractor, or a good anything for that matter, is only a Google search away. But can you fully trust online reviews to help you find ...

Why We Podcast/YouTube/Blog from 2019-04-18T17:45:34

 Why does a renovation contractor put time into doing a podcast and a YouTube channel and a blog...why not?  Some of the reasons are personal and some are professional. In this video, ...

Finishing your basement: The who, what, when, where, why AND how. from 2019-04-14T14:50:17

With the renovations season upon us, I thought it'd be good to spend some time talking about who finishes their basement, why they finish it, what goes into that project, how long it takes, what...

From Quote to Contract: What is SRC's Process? from 2019-02-19T19:02:26

In this episode we go deep into what our process is to go from first contact to quote to contract to construction.

We detail how itemized our quotes are, what is and is not include in our...

Why you should get multiple quotes for your renovation from 2019-02-14T21:00:25

Welcome to the SRC Toolbox Podcast where we talk everything renovations and the renovation business.

In this episode we give the 3 reasons you should get multiple renovations quotes and w...

Bathroom renovation: How long does it take? from 2019-01-28T21:05:29

Bathroom renovations are one of the most popular projects and in this episode we tackle the big question of, how long does it take to renovate a bathroom.

Sure, there are lots of variable...

Why we use Knowify Project Management Software from 2018-12-10T21:43:13

A year ago we started using a project management software called Knowify. We picked it over Builder Trend and it's really helped us be more efficient as a business. But how does it help our clien...

What happened at Hooper St? from 2018-11-27T22:18:44

Living through a renovation is a stressful experience. In this episode, we discuss how to tell the difference between a bad contractor and project that has some challenges. Deciding when giving s...

What you need to know about basement apartments from 2018-11-07T03:45:59

In this episode of the SRC Toolbox Podcast we get into the A to Z of building a basement apartment. From parking spaces and laundry facilities to getting a permit and even what floors to use, we p...

Ikea Kitchens: The good, the bad and the ugly from 2018-10-30T17:33:38

Ikea Kitchens: The good, the bad and the ugly Every year, Ikea has it's kitchen cabinet sale and budget conscious DIY'ers everywhere debate if they should redo their kitchen. But are Ikea kitchen...

Why you should get a building permit for your renovation from 2018-10-19T03:50:09

This episode was inspired by the story of a friend, we'll make up a fake name to protect the innocent and call him Dave Coultis, who is finding out why it's a problem when people don't get a permit...

Finishing your basement and features to look for. from 2018-10-11T20:08:05

Finishing your basement is a great way to get a bigger house without moving. In this episode we go over what you need to k own about soundproofing, subfloors, lighting, bathroom finishes, what a Mu...

How to plan your renovation with 3 questions from 2018-10-08T03:55:29

In our very first episode of the SRC Toolbox Podcast we talk about the first steps to planning a successful renovation. Whether you’re going to hire a contractor, do-it-yourself or do a mix of the...